Guidance® UTI: Tracking Microorganisms and Antibiotics for Better Care
The Importance of a Comprehensive UTI Panel
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections. They affect millions of people each year. Standard urine cultures often miss key pathogens or fail to provide timely, actionable results. However, by leveraging real-time PCR and Pooled Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing (P-AST™), Guidance® UTI test stands out. It detects a broad range of uropathogens and provides rapid results to guide targeted treatment decisions.
Why We’re Spotlighting Microorganisms and Antibiotics
One of the core strengths of Guidance® UTI test is its ability to evolve with the latest scientific findings. Pathnostics regularly reviews and updates our test panel. We ensure it includes the most clinically relevant uropathogens – both common and newly recognized. We also continually assess the included resistance genes according to evolving antimicrobial resistance trends. This ongoing assessment helps clinicians stay ahead of shifting microbial landscapes.
Similarly, our selection of antibiotics for susceptibility testing is meticulously curated. We continuously evaluate clinical guidelines, antibiotic resistance trends, and efficacy of the antibiotics. This ensures that health care providers receive optimal treatment recommendations for their patients.
To further support healthcare providers, we have crafted this spotlight series to answer common questions and highlight key features of each organism and antibiotic. Spotlights offer insight into pathogen characteristics, resistance mechanisms, and clinical significance. They serve as a resource helping clinicians make informed decisions with confidence.
Staying Ahead of Emerging Uropathogens
New pathogens emerge and resistance patterns shift. Our team at Pathnostics remains committed to refining our test panels to keep up. We conduct rigorous data analysis and scientific review to identify any necessary changes. This proactive approach ensures that healthcare providers will have the most comprehensive, accurate, and actionable information when treating UTIs.
At Pathnostics, our dedication to innovation and patient care drives everything we do. We maintain an ongoing commitment to reviewing and updating the Guidance® UTI test. Our commitment ensures that clinicians always have access to the best tools for diagnosing and treating UTIs. Ultimately, we empower healthcare providers to create better health outcomes for patients everywhere.